Who are we? Mantu is an independent international consulting player, founded in 2007. Bringing together expert and complementary brands, Mantu stands out for the breadth of its spectrum, responding to all business transformation challenges.
Its activities are divided into four practices: Leadership & Advocacy, Technology, Digital Marketing & Experience, Total Talent Management.
A wide range of skills, all serving a single mission: connecting and powering companies with leading teams and technology to succeed faster and sustainably.
From its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, Mantu relies on a community of 11,500 talented people in more than 60 countries on 5 continents and has a turnover of 1 billion euros.
Job description We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Officer to join our team. If you have a passion for driving cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Sourcing Mastery: Lead the development and issuance of RFPs, applying keen evaluation skills to select suppliers based on cost-effectiveness and quality standards.
Contract Negotiation Expertise: Conduct negotiations to secure advantageous terms, ensuring contracts align with company expectations and requirements.
Supplier Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key suppliers, conducting regular performance evaluations for compliance and on-time deliveries.
Order Management Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end purchase order process, ensuring timely delivery and resolution of supply issues.
Efficient Record Keeping: Implement and update procurement records and supplier contracts in the company's internal tool, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
Technological Proficiency: Demonstrate solid competencies in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software for creating and maintaining procurement documentation and reports.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and translate them into clear, effective procurement strategies.
Industry Insight: Keep abreast of industry trends and market conditions to inform procurement decisions and strategy.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in procurement, business administration, finance, or a related field. Certification Advantage: Certification in procurement or supply chain management is a plus.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a procurement role with a strong understanding of procurement processes, including RFPs and PO management.
Proven negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms.
Strong analytical skills for managing budgets and critically evaluating supplier proposals.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, for managing and analyzing procurement data. Experience with procurement software and supply chain management systems, with a preference for Ivalua.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective supplier management and internal collaboration.
Project Management: Strong project management and leadership skills is a plus.
Mastery of generative AI (ex: ChatGPT, etc…) and automation tools (PowerAutomate etc…) is a plus for improving day-to-day productivity.
Mantu is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.
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